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Suspension of a driver’s license and privileges to operate a motor vehicle is defined under Illinois law as the
“Temporary withdrawal by formal action of the Secretary of a person’s license or privilege to operate a motor vehicle on the public highways, for a period specifically designated by the Secretary.” 625 ILCS 5/1-204.
The most common type of suspension occurs for conviction of three or more moving violations (for example, speeding) within a 12-month period pursuant to 625 ILCS 5/6-206.
A suspension may be distinguished easily from a revocation in that a suspension automatically terminates after a designated period of time, not to exceed 12 months (upon payment of a reinstatement fee), unless otherwise extended for driving while the license was suspended. 625 ILCS 5/6-303 (emphasis added to highlight distinction in terms).
Driving While License Suspended (DWLS) is a Class A Misdemeanor. The governing statute is 625 ILCS 5/6-303 which provides:
“Except as otherwise provided in subsection (a‑5), any person who drives or is in actual physical control of a motor vehicle on any highway of this State at a time when such person’s driver’s license, permit or privilege to do so or the privilege to obtain a driver’s license or permit is revoked or suspended as provided by this Code or the law of another state, except as may be specifically allowed by a judicial driving permit issued prior to January 1, 2009, monitoring device driving permit, family financial responsibility driving permit, probationary license to drive, or a restricted driving permit issued pursuant to this Code or under the law of another state, shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor.”
PENALTIES
The range (maximum to minimum) of penalties for DWLS are up to 364 days in the county jail, fines up to $2,500.00, probation, conditional discharge or court supervision up to 24 months. In addition, you may be ordered to complete public service work, driver safety school or a combination of the above mentioned penalties.
CONTACT DEFENSE ATTORNEY DAVID W. LAWLER
The state treats all traffic offenses as very serious matters. At the Lawler Brown Law Firm we understand that our legal representation must tailor to your specific life situation. You should feel confident in knowing you hired the right Defense Attorney to best represent your specific needs. No attorney can guarantee the outcome of a case. But rest assured, I will fight to ensure the best possible resolution in your case. Contact our office today for a FREE consultation.
The Lawler Brown Law Firm has offices in Williamson County and Gallatin County to better serve ALL of southern Illinois.
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